Concentrated skim milk refers to skim milk that has undergone a process to reduce its water content and concentrate the milk solids. It provides a concentrated source of the proteins, vitamins, and minerals found in skim milk.
Description of raw materials used in production.
- The primary raw material for producing skim milk is skim milk, sourced from cows.
Step-by-step summary of the industrial production process.
- Start with skim milk as the base.
- The skim milk is then heated in an evaporator under vacuum to remove some of the water, thereby increasing the concentration of solids.
- The process can be repeated multiple times to achieve the desired concentration.
- Once the desired concentration is achieved, the product is cooled and packaged.
Concentrated skim milk has a thicker consistency compared to regular skim milk and a similar but slightly darker color due to the higher concentration of solids.
Commercial applications.
Skim milk is consumed as a beverage, used in cooking and baking, and serves as a base for products like skim yogurt, ice cream, and low-fat cheeses.